Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the emergence of competing standards for electric vehicle connections, focusing on the implications of these standards on technology adoption and resource allocation. Participants explore the origins and geographical relevance of various standards, including JEVS G 105-1993, IEC 61851, and SAE J1772.
Discussion Character
Main Points Raised
- Some participants express concern about the waste of resources associated with competing standards in new technologies.
- There are at least three identified standards for electric vehicle connections: JEVS G 105-1993, IEC 61851, and SAE J1772.
- One participant speculates about the geographical origins of the standards, suggesting that SAE is used in the Americas and IEC in the EU, while questioning the origin of JEVS.
- A later reply clarifies that JEVS stands for Japan Electric Vehicle Standard, associated with Japanese auto manufacturers and Tokyo Electric Power Co.
- Another participant notes that IEC represents the International Electrotechnical Commission, implying a broader international context.
- There is a mention of a common division in standards across regions, comparing it to cellular standards.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants do not reach a consensus on the implications of these standards, and multiple competing views regarding their origins and relevance remain present.
Contextual Notes
Some assumptions about the geographical application of the standards and their implications for technology adoption are not fully explored or resolved.